REVERSE OSMOSIS(RO) ~ Troubleshooting & Repair(Step By Step)

How to fix your Reverse Osmosis(RO) system! A highly detailed, Troubleshooting & Repair(Step By Step) video for your Reverse Osmosis(RO) water purification system. A lot of excellent information is contained in this video to help you get your reverse osmosis(RO) system fixed. You should have very few, if any questions after watching this video. The reverse osmosis(RO) system shown in this video is a typical 5 stage system used in home drinking water systems and aquariums. Some RO units may also have a UVC light or float switch installed. Why pay someone to maintain or repair your RO system, when you can do it yourself!
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If the water pressure into your RO System is too low, then you'll need to purchase a "Boost Pump". If a flow restrictor is blocked, then your RO membrane will become clogged more easily and you'll also notice INCREASED TDS readings. The link provided below is the BEST deal for a 5 stage RO system that includes an extra set of filters. Thanks for watching! amzn.to/2Qk5C6F (Amazon Affiliate Link)

[@fieldsofomagh]

Best system tutorial on KZbin after all this time. My tank pressure was low and even lowered it further in ignorance as I was clueless. Put in 7 psi and voila, back to normal. I like the way every part is explained in detail and the why is also offered to the viewer. I now have more confidence in dealing with reverse osmosis and can explain to my other half the intricacies that beset the operation of this aquatic filtration apparatus.

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[@alanball8341]

This is the most comprehensive video explaining all the parts and tube routing i've seen. Well done and thank you!

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[@jormonio]

Best video I’ve seen explaining my RO system! Many thanks.

[@leolewis4836]

This video was very helpful to understand the breakdown of the components in an RO system, their functions and how they are interconnected. All I could find earlier was how to install an existing configured system that was not helping me understand or fix my problem. The most helpful for me was the explanation of the auto shutoff valve. Thanks...

[@jeannettetorres2561]

Thank you so much for this video it has been so troublesome trying to fix my leaky faucet for the RO, but you have explained it so well thanks

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[@237130]

Very nice video sir. I’m just starting to look into RO Systems and this was a great video with enough detail to get an understanding of their operation and troubleshooting. Thank you

[@daveyboy8907]

Jarrod Fothergill spectrapure is hard to beat....

[@michaell1665]

Great video! Best I've seen on YT - I have to admit I will be replaying to improve my understanding!

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[@Jherbstman]

Great video, Really appreciate you taking the time to explain in such depth. I was surprised there were not many videos out there. Thanks for taking the time!

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[@bmw-e30]

Very well explained. Sometimes have had a problem with leaks through the T-piece fitting attachments but probably one of the downsides of the system.

[@reefbed1042]

Great explanations. Helped me solve my problem. I spent a good hour looking around before I found your explanation. What I needed was to reconnect my hoses because someone took them all off and I had no idea where they went.

[@electronicsNmore]

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[@niteriderband4713]

Here you go, lessons I learned the hard way (my ASO value would not operate correctly): 1) Make SURE you understand the IN & OUT ports and hook up the lines correctly to ASO valve. 2) Use ONLY hard lines to interconnect (dont use clear lines from home depot, they are too soft and value wont shutoff correctly). 3) Keep all hard tube lengths to ASO value as short as possible. 4) On all connections make sure the tubes push all the way down 5) On all post carbon filters, post filters, etc...dont plug directly into these filters, first always use a push in connector then push your tube into those connectors. I did all above and fixed my ASO value RO system operation.

[@paulness8352]

Fantasic explanation of the system. Mine wasnt working after a filter change, and i overlooked the flow restrictor, which was clogged by a tiny piece of debris. Cleaned it out, system works like a champ again. Thanks for the video!

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[@kevinchalk4970]

This video was top notch. Easy to understand and very useful to assist in RO maintenance.

[@abdullahalzahem]

Very clear explanation of how RO unit work and excellent tips on some of the troubles may face you when you use RO unit. The speaker has excellent skills in education and must be educationalist. This Video all what you need for RO unit use.

[@electronicsNmore]

Abdullah Mohammed Thank you for the wonderful comments. :-). Please be sure to check out my other videos as well, share with others, and rate Thumbs Up.

[@MNDooD]

This is a phenomenal video! You did maybe the best job of describing a RO system that I've ever seen. I am still baffled as to why my water flow is low/non-existent, but you gave me a few things to look at, and to think about. Really appreciate you posting this!

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[@MNDooD]

Will do, thanks!

[@canucklencanada7287]

Excellent video -- super detailed explanations -- thank you !! Have been trying to find the problem with our RO system "leaking down" out the drain tube -- I now know what to look for and/or replace!! THANKS !!

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[@t-researcher8952]

Thanks a lot from Turkey. I've found your video at last.. Step by step telling. I solved all my problems.. Thanks bro.

[@electronicsNmore]

You're welcome! Great to hear.

[@samirsmudge]

This is the best detailed video that I have seen on the subject! Thank you!

[@electronicsNmore]

Wow, thank you!

[@stupididiotkitty]

thanks for the simple and straightforward instructions!

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[@shelroutdoors]

Nice detailed explanation of how and why. Thank you.

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[@jimvanwart8599]

Very informative! Answered many questions I had about the basic principles of how the system works.

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[@DrStrange347]

This is the most concise and informative video I've seen so far. The others are practically rambling and incoherent.

[@electronicsNmore]

DrStrange347 Great to hear!

[@yowo8888]

Tks. Very clear illustration. Now I know how often to change each filters so I do not change every thing at the same time.

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[@62Cristoforo]

Finally someone who explains an R/O system in plain language, and CLEARLY.

[@electronicsNmore]

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[@johnwootton2167]

Thanks so much. Just bought a house with an old RO and had no clue. This video is my RO Bible

[@electronicsNmore]

Thanks John!

[@ahmedshameer]

Superb explanation. Enjoyed the video.

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+Ahmed Shameer Glad you enjoyed the video! Be sure to share and rate thumbs up. Thanks

[@HadEnough745]

I have the same exact system. It toppled over and one of the elbow connectors cracked. I ordered replacements and I just replaced all five cartridges and membranes. It's been a good system. Good for aquarium water..

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[@azazulhaq786]

excellent video for trouble shoot. Thanks

[@ROWaterSupport]

Good vedio for us Thank you .

[@martinmclaughlin1523]

Fantastic video it's solved my problem after changing out all 5 water filters on my ro system. cheers martin in Spain

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[@KnowHowPanama]

Thank you for uploading this video. It was super useful!

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[@jennywuornos5809]

Omg thank you!!!!!!! I was wasting so much water. Long story short a gold fish installed this RO and I had to fix it. The tank was hooked up to the second filter.... Just one example of my night mare you helped me fix. Haha thanks again for this video!!!!

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[@KarlsLabReport]

Excellent video! Have never owned or worked on one of these - but great information to have. Thank you!

[@electronicsNmore]

The unit you saw in this video is my RO unit. I have installed several systems over the years. Thanks For Watching!

[@bobbydee2598]

Great explicit video! I know have a better working knowledge of how the system works. I had hoped to find the reason my system is filling the holding tank but no water is coming out of the tap after i changed all 5 filters, the check valve, and the automatic shut-off valve.

[@electronicsNmore]

Sounds like no pressure inside the tank.

[@edessamediagroup8062]

Great video! Clear instructions excellent pace and video display of components. One thing I wish you had included is when the system stops working. I re-pressurized the tank to 7PSI. but I don't know how long it will take for the system to work. I'm not hearing the normal system noise when it's filtering the water.

[@electronicsNmore]

After 10-15 minutes, there should be some water coming out of the spout when the lever is pressed.

[@JamesKing2understandinglife]

Excellent information video. You have done obviously a very useful and comprehensive video. Thank you from the year 2021.

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[@johnlivingston9217]

What an excellent and though explanation of the vid! Thank you.

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[@geojor]

valuable information, thank you...

[@davejookhuu5041]

Wonderful... Thank you very much for taking your time doing it....

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[@pwerboost]

Excellent video! 👍🏻

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[@oscar86456]

very useful idea and tutorial. thanks a lot for sharing your idea. my RO has 001 TDS. and the supply from our faucet is 100 TDS.

[@electronicsNmore]

Must be brand new, or a faulty TDS meter. 😀 That's a great reduction!

[@waheebsayani4111]

Thank you very much for your marvelous explanation, really was very helpful to me.

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+Waheeb Sayani Great to hear! Be sure to share my channel, and rate thumbs up. Thank You

[@viktorloewen77]

Thank you very much Sr. Perfect explanation.

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[@ShaneMTBNZ]

Thanks for a nicely detailed video :-)

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[@zachallen157]

Good video. Bout to move into a place w/ well water(w/ high sulfuric smell) and want to add a reverse osmosis system. This points me in the right direction.

[@electronicsNmore]

You better install a potassium permanganate sand filter for the sulfur issue before using the RO system.

[@zachallen157]

@@electronicsNmore Thanks for the heads up. I do HVAC work, so I know my way around plumbing a enough to install this myself from working on boilers(and have access to wholesale pricing). I've never specifically done "plumbing" work like RO though.

[@davidvangoethem3089]

Very well done video, thank you.

[@electronicsNmore]

+dave van goethem You're Welcome! Please share.

[@fritzaroo]

This video is extremely helpful thanks

[@electronicsNmore]

Glad it helped

[@mysticaltech]

Top notch explanations! Thanks

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[@ppkgaming210]

Very good video.

[@CylingRunningArms]

Great video, and clear explanation of the the system's function. Thank you. Question: I replaced all 5 components and drained my tank, when I turn on the water back on to flush it, should I leave the valve tank shut off before allowing it to fill? And how long should I let the system flush?

[@electronicsNmore]

Glock Runner Remove the line from the last filter before the ro membrane and allow the new filters to be flushed until the water runs clear, then reconnect the line. Throw away the first tank of water.

[@Bng210]

Wonder if I should upgrade my RO system to a better one, my TDS reading is 80 versus your 16 reading... THIS IS a great instructional video BTW. THANK YOU!

[@electronicsNmore]

What is the TDS reading of the water entering the system? A good RO membrane should reduce the TDS by around 90%. Try back-flushing the system.

[@TaylorVoss1986]

Very helpful, thanks.

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[@quike387]

Very useful video my friend 👍 I was able to solve my problem

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[@taznruby]

Excellent. Thank you.

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[@jfarinacci0329]

really good video. thank you.

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[@rf4215]

saved my arse. took things apart to change filters and mixed them up on the way back. great vid.

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[@zaviye81]

Saved mine as well

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[@lawrencejosephv]

Very good explanation

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[@ayedaldosary]

excellent

[@terrynunez8849]

Great video! I have a unit that after replacing all 5 filters it started making a rattling sound….how do we clear this problem? If it’s air, besides emptying the tank how else do I clear possible air pockets?

[@mattnoble655]

That's Bunch.. I learned a lot about my system

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[@frankyoung8221]

Awesome video

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[@beaverman011]

Thanks for making a great video, you taught me so much. I can now tackle my own RO issue of low water output. Had just one question for you. I noticed you haven't any calcite filter between the final stage taste and odor filter and your sink faucet. I was always told that you need a calcite filter there to put back into your water some healthy minerals which also enhance the RO water taste. RO water taste is very bland normally because the system removes so much of the good minerals along with the bad. Love to hear any thoughts you have on this. Thanks again.

[@electronicsNmore]

I get plenty of minerals from the food I eat. :-) Glad you enjoyed the video! I have a lot of excellent videos on my channel that cover many different subjects, so be sure to check out my extensive video playlists for other videos of interest to you, rate thumbs up, and share my channel with others. Thank You

[@rosskstar]

I think that mineral 'filter' also prevents the water from being too ionically 'hungry'. Like they say, never buy distilled water in a plastic container because it will leach plastic. I don't have one because i'm afraid it'd fill up my Keurig with calcium...but maybe i should anyway.

[@sreekumarUSA]

Thank you .

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[@yallowtim4196]

thank you so much

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yallow tim Be sure to rate thumbs up and share. Thanks!

[@chegraves2]

I need your help and to walk me though trouble shooting with my RO systme here in kuwait. Im so sad it is not producing my water.

[@MrJcnheco]

Hello. Thanks for the video. Need help. When installing my system, when I turn the water began to flow from the drain pipe. This is normal, or have any harm on the tube, or even a broken part? Is this is normal to spend 2 to 4 hours of filling the tank?

[@cadplast2480]

so how long have u drinked that water and do you feel sick or tired? Some claims that ro water are bad for us? please share your toughts.

[@alexobuhatsa616]

great video, thank you. I recently purchased a Davis and Shirtliff 6 stage under sink RO apparatus and I have just recently replaced the three filters. Straight after replacing the system I restarted the system instead of working normally it starts, stutters non-stop and pushes through a few drops of water with every stutter. Any idea what the problem might be?

[@electronicsNmore]

Sounds like a lot of air in the line.

[@ericbradshaw-kinney5111]

Very nice.

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[@buddybeetle]

Very clear video - thank you. I have a problem still. My 5 stage RO system passes water directly to the drain. I have tested the auto shut-off valve as 'working'. The check valve once passes a slight amount of air in the correct directing. The tank fills with water - and water comes out the faucet. Water still goes to the drain. Do you have an an idea what could be wrong ? I have 5.1 Bar of mains water pressure.

[@electronicsNmore]

buddybeetle Either the auto shut off valve or check elbow needs to be replaced IF the system was correctly installed. Thanks for watching!

[@dmitritsurjumov5663]

nice work )

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[@JamesKing2understandinglife]

I have never seen a video with more positive comments. Wow! Every comment is positive it seems...mine included.

[@paulhong732]

Thank u very much

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[@MrWindsorII]

THANK YOU!!! I ordered a cheap RO system (under $100). It came with little to no instructions highlighting that it should be installed by a professional. It came with a roll of white tube, not the pretty color coded ones like other systems. I watched many RO installation videos, but knowing the why makes all the difference. Now that I know what does what, I can confidently install this puppy. It didnt come with a tap for the dirty water so off the I go to the hardware store. I have a plant room in the back of the house. I was thinking of splitting the RO feed, running a line through the attic (insulated no doubt) and into the back room to my reservior tank. Distance of about 50 feet. What are your thoughts. Will normal water pressure make the run?

[@electronicsNmore]

You're welcome! I would run the line from the holding tank, rather than run the line to the holding tank. Thanks for watching and be sure to share my channel with others and watch my videos.

[@catherinedubois1071]

Excellent video. We put in a much simpler system, and the tank is not filling? A shut off was not on this tank, just a Tank inlet fitting. The tank should fill without having the faucet running, correct?

[@electronicsNmore]

Hi Catherine. Post a link to the system you installed. Thanks

[@blackhawk2475]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you very much. If possible, can you show us how to use the formula to test for membrane efficiency? Thanks again.

[@electronicsNmore]

Glad you enjoyed the video! All you need to do is compare the TDS of the incoming water to the purified water. A good working membrane should drop the TDS by at least 80%. Check out the online calculator below. Scroll 1/2 way down the page: www.waterfiltersonline.com/tds-sources.asp

[@blackhawk2475]

Fantastic..... Thanks a million!!!

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[@IronCondorSimulations]

Nice video. I just had a system similar to yours with only four states. I hear sound coming from the port of the faucet. Curious to know if this is normal like when I fill my coffee machine and the water supply drops in the system and then refills.

[@electronicsNmore]

Once water has been taken out of the storage tank, the system will turn on to fill it back up. Thanks for watching!

[@tysmith7646]

Very good video. What are your views on adding an Alkaline filter? I have heard very positive things about doing this.

[@electronicsNmore]

Ty Smith I drink alkaline water. :-)

[@MIKES0029]

Another great informative video. What part of the world are you located in?

[@electronicsNmore]

Caribbean. Thanks for watching!

[@byronmill]

You have any advice or information on how to retrofit a permeate pump into an existing system? Do you recommend their use to improve the efficiency and reduce water usage? Does the pressure shut off valve still get used when a permeate pump is installed? Thanks!

[@electronicsNmore]

I've never used one before.

[@Ataraxia_Atom]

How do I buy you a beer!?! My RO system has been non stop running down the drain. Trying to figure it out and trouble shoot, changing the ASO to watch your video and find that the 90 degree elbows were mixed up coming off of the membrane. I just switched them so wish me luck that it's fixed.

[@electronicsNmore]

I don't drink, but I do take Paypal donations to support the creation of new videos. Hope it works out for you. Thanks for watching!

[@beaker8501]

Thanks for the video :) my only question is, does this system filter out good minerals too ?

[@electronicsNmore]

Yes, almost everything is removed from the water. You're better off using an RO system and eating healthy, or just add some minerals from a health food store to the RO water. I have a lot of excellent videos on my channel that cover many different subjects, so be sure to check out my extensive video playlists for other videos of interest to you, rate thumbs up, and share my channel with others. Thank You

[@adelewhyte5930]

Thank you very much I'm very much interested to purchased this machine for commercial used for Dell well in Philippines

[@electronicsNmore]

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[@galbarido]

Hello from Argentina. I have an RO filter with pump (6 step, mineralizer). I d like to know if i can install the equipment horizontally. I dont have the space under the sink to install it vertically. Can i have it layed down. Could it affect the operation? Thanks , great video!!

[@electronicsNmore]

+Andres Garcia Hi Andres. Installing the RO system horizontally is not a good idea. They are designed to be mounted vertically. Thanks For Watching!

[@sairam7363]

Very good explanatiob

[@sairam7363]

Very good. Explanation

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Sai Ram Thanks! Be sure to rate thumbs up and share.

[@willkahampi9050]

Hi there, I have a problem with my RO water system. I have changed all the filters. There seems to be a problem with my pump, it makes a clicking sound. And no water is coming through... can you help? thanks

[@dcfrank9326]

Great video. One question: I have a 5 stage and it’s probably 8 months old. I checked our pressure at the outside faucet and we were about 40psi. While our RO faucet has plenty of pressure, I noticed pretty quickly that the drain line would run pretty regularly after or during using the faucet. Is this a low pressure issue or how the RO system works? Thanks!

[@electronicsNmore]

When you drain water out of the tank, the pressure drops. The pressure drop turns on the flow of water into the RO membrane, and the waste water goes down the drain.

[@Hossir]

If your RO discharge waste water "during or after" using the RO facet, it would likely means that your RO storage tank air pressure is running low. Check tank air pressure. Pump it to between 7 and 8 psi. Tank air pressure low means tank is water is full while RO keeps trying to fill it thinking that it is empty even when it is not. Tank air pressure high means tank water is low but RO won't turn on to fill it thinking that it is full. Try lifting the tank. If the tank feels full while the RO keeps turning on at every use then the tank air pressure is either low or that the diaphragm is broken. If the tank feels empty while the RO turn on for just a few minutes then shut off, then the tank air pressure is too high.

[@genevacoast]

Thank you

[@electronicsNmore]

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[@genevacoast]

electronicsNmore I realize for the past two years I have not been using a flow restrictor going to buy one right now.

[@TheSuburbanExperimentalist]

how much pressure should you have to use to blow through the check valve in the direction of water flow? I have a new ISpring RCC7, which I have had nothing but problems with. I was sent two new check valves. One of which, I could barely blow through in the direction it should be open. On the other, I could blow through it if I used very quick, short bursts that actually made my head hurt, and made my cheeks hurt like I was blowing into a trumpet or something. I don't know how hard you should have to blow through these check valves, but I think if I "tested" them too much, I might give myself an aneurysm.... I think this system I installed is pretty cheaply made....

[@electronicsNmore]

+The Suburban Hippie Experimentalist Some valves can require some pressure to allow the flow. Just make sure it only works in one direction. You can also do what I did in the video when my check valve failed causing the water to run all the time.

[@hktmc300]

At 13:05, when you blow through the check valve, should you get a smooth air coming out the other end? I blow through my check valve and I do feel air coming out the other end, but not strong air coming out comparing to the pressure that I'm blowing. When I blow from the other end where the pink ring is, no air is coming out the other end, so the check valve is working. I'm having very low water rate coming out of the check valve and I'm trying to figure out the problem.

[@MrJcnheco]

tanks for the video. I need help. in my systems, when I turn on the feed , the water goes out on the drain pipe. it is normal? Tanks

[@electronicsNmore]

Small amounts are normal, and the flow should stop after the tank is full.

[@johndragonman]

we have our RO unit running into our fridge that dispenses ice and water :D our ice cubes are crystal clear :D

[@zaviye81]

Can I add a normal T connection between the storage tank and odor filter ,I dont have the one that screws on to the odor filter

[@electronicsNmore]

That should be fine. Sorry for the delay.

[@CarlGennaro]

12:52 check valve, I can't understand why pressure would not build up anyway , if not running would it not build up pressure and close the shut off?

[@fabgir2010]

Hi, cool video ;) i just installed "water express"5 stage system. did empty system twice before tasting first water out, seems still lot of particles in the water, smell gone but after testing with water tester same as you use in video, numbers are nearly same as directly from non filtered tap water of my home :( system is brand new, any suggestions ? Cheers.

[@electronicsNmore]

+Fab Gir Check all connections. You may have a line connected in the wrong place.

[@fabgir2010]

Thanks just released after checking all, to membrane wasn't already fitted, as I bought with extra filters and some were already fitted, I thought all was fitted already lol you always learn from your mistakes small or big lol cheers for your follow up thow.

[@seanbittner7136]

Hi, I'm troubleshooting my RO. My problems may be two or threefold which makes troubleshooting really hard. I bought two of those restrictor valves. They are exactly like the ones in your video. I cannot blow through either of them like you instruct. I'm having a hard time completely believing I received TWO faulty units, AARRRGGGG!!!! Maybe there is a 'break in' period?

[@electronicsNmore]

Check valve? or flow restrictor?

[@seanbittner7136]

Ooops..... Check valve.

[@seanbittner7136]

Yes sucking worked. . I got my 15 year old GE unit back in action today, woo hoo!!! BTW your video is excellent, better even than those whose authors are trying to peddle their parts.

[@matthew0814ml]

what does the red indicator light mean. when I turn the faucet on it was blue and its red.

[@electronicsNmore]

+Matt Lee You must have a sensor on your system that tells you when the TDS reading becomes too high. You need to backflush the RO membrane, or replace it. Thanks For Watching!

[@kjhebert3683]

if I want to fill a tank with R/O water would I want to connect the line to the tank instead of the faucet or would I need to purchase the ice machine addition and run a line from there. i sont need the faucet for the purpose ai will be using the water

[@electronicsNmore]

KJ Hebert You need a tank and auto shutoff valve.

[@dfo2000]

how come the top of my tank ball valve keeps leaking when water comes in or out of the tank? Thanks.